1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 910 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 700 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
